14+ Best Vegan Restaurants in Austin + More
I had heard the rumblings that Austin is a vegan oasis nestled in the land of BBQ, ten-gallon hats, and cattle ranching, but I was always a little skeptical. How could the capital of such a conservative, gun-toting state also have a love affair with soy chorizo? Could it be possible?
After a recent visit, I can confirm what seems impossible is possible. I think that quirky contradiction is what makes Austin, Austin, or as locals like to remind visitors, keeps it weird.
Austin draws a diverse and eclectic crowd — musicians, hippies, hipsters, tech gurus, cowboys — and somehow, it works. It’s why you’ll find a parking lot of vegan food trucks buzzing with long lines, honky tonk line dancing lessons, and LGBTQIA+ clubs all saddled within the city limits. This diverging mix of cultures is what sets Austin apart.
If you’ve been pushing Austin down your must-visit list, I think you’ll be buying a plane ticket once you see this amazing lineup of vegan restaurants in Austin!
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Vegan Restaurants in Austin You Can’t Skip
Austin is a fantastic vegan-friendly city that has everything from colorful raw bowls to giant burgers covered in melty cheese.
ATXFOODCO.
517 S Lamar Blvd LOT 1, Austin, TX 78704
$$ Healthy & sustainable bowls, juices, & smoothies
This bright green food truck is green in more ways than one! Their entire menu centers around recreating fan-favorite dishes with high-quality ingredients in a healthy way — you won’t even realize it’s healthy! If you’ve been craving smokey BBQ flavors, you can’t skip their mouthwatering BBQ brisket made with heirloom black bean tempeh — I still can’t figure out how they packed all that lovely smokiness and spice into that tempeh! Good to know: almost everything on the menu is gluten-free!
Nori
3208 Guadalupe St B, Austin, TX 78705
$$$ Upscale vegan Japanese spot.
You’ll never look at a sushi roll the same way after dining at chic Nori. This sophisticated Japanese restaurant is ready to delight your senses with its super creative fare. Basic cucumber avocado rolls are swapped for rolls stuffed with spicy Good Catch tuna, Just Egg tamago, tempura asparagus, miso caramel sauce, and that’s only the start. Aside from sushi, you’ll also find a slew of other dishes like creamy ramen, onigiri, Japanese meatballs, and more. This is one of the best vegan restaurants in Austin for a chic date night!
Lil’ Nonna’s
2908 Fruth St, Austin, TX 78705
$$ Vegan pizzeria.
There might be witchcraft happening inside this pizza truck — how in the world can they create such epic pizza pies there!? The giant NY-style slices are covered in an array of creative house-made toppings — spicy Beeteroni, smokey tempeh, mozzarella, balsamic glaze, and much more. They also have fantastic gluten-free pizzas!
The Vegan Nom
2324 E Cesar Chavez St, Austin, TX 78702
$$ Creative vegan tacos & more
This vegan Tex-Mex truck is tucked back in a parking lot with three other vegan food trucks (including the next one on this list) — coming here means you can stuff yourself silly! If you roll in before 4 pm, you’ll want to check out some of their creative breakfast tacos — no matter the time of day, you can’t go wrong with a taco loaded with cactus, chorizo, or potatoes! On top of a colossal taco lineup, you’ll also find giant stuffed burritos and bomb nachos covered in everything from Korean BBQ chick’n to traditional ground beef-less beef!
Nom Burgers
2324 E Cesar Chavez St, Austin, TX 78702
$$ Vegan junk food.
Welcome to the land of insane vegan junk food! Get ready to devour giant burgers covered in special Nom sauce, crispy fried Nashville hot chick’n, and tater tots covered in queso! Located right next to The Vegan Nom, you don’t have to choose between burgers and tacos anymore. What more could you want?
Nissi Vegan Méxican Cuisine
9012 Research Blvd Unit C-6, Austin, TX 78758
$$ Authentic vegan Mexican food.
I’m not joking when I say you must try everything at this authentic Mexican spot. They’ve found a way to veganize traditional dishes like Birria and carne asada. Everything is so flavorful that I don’t even think an avid meat eater would know it’s meat-free! After one bite of their Birria tacos, I thought, we need a second order!
Fabrik
1701 E MLK Blvd. #102 Austin, TX 78702
$$$ 7-course vegan fine dining.
This vegan fine-dining restaurant is a recent addition to the plant-based scene. It has set out to show diners that vegan cuisine isn’t all burgers and pizza! Their menu will celebrate the seasons and the diversity of plants.
Bistro Vonish
701 E 53rd St, Austin, TX 78751
$ Vegan comfort food (Food truck)
If you love mac-n-cheese and are gluten-free, this comfort spot has your name all over it! They don’t stop with traditional creamy mac; you’ll find spicy mac-n-cheese, brussels mac-n-cheese, and more! On the weekend, don’t miss their brunch specials.
The Best Vegetarian Restaurants
These vegetarian restaurants have diverse options and are very vegan-friendly!
Boudin Creek Café
1900 S 1st St, Austin, TX 78704
$$ Comfort food for breakfast, lunch, & dinner.
This hippie haven has been serving the Austin veggie community for over 20 years — long before Austin was a vegan hot spot. Their comfort-focused menu has a ton of Tex-Mex inspiration, but there is something for everyone! You can start your day with their special grilled house-made blueberry cornbread cakes, but you will want to come back for chips n’ queso, along with one of their fantastic veggie-packed bowls.
Mr. Natural
1901 E Cesar Chavez St, Austin, TX 78702
$$ Vegetarian Mexican food & bakery.
Whether you’re looking for decadent cakes or Cowboy Scramble with soy-rizo, you’ll find it at this incredible Hispanic family-owned vegetarian restaurant. With one look at the menu, you’ll want to start and end every day here! For breakfast or brunch, don’t miss the delicious tofu Migas and at dinner, you can’t skip their house-made tamales. They also sell the tamales frozen so that you can take some home!
Vegan Bakeries & Ice Cream Spots
If you want even more epic sweets, don’t miss our lineup of the most decadent vegan bakeries in Austin!
Gati
1512 Holly St, Austin, TX 78702
Vegan & gluten-free ice cream & bakery.
Get ready to be delighted with creamy vegan ice cream and vegan and gluten-free baked goods — the perfect combo, right!? This creamery and bakeshop is 100% gluten-free, and all of its ice cream flavors are vegan. They have over 40 creative house-made flavors like black sticky rice horchata and golden milk.
Zucchini Kill
Multiple Locations, Austin, TX 78751
Vegan, gluten-free, & soy-free bakery.
This little bakery is punk rock meets decadent gluten-free sweets! Everything in the shop is vegan and gluten-free and includes veganized retro favorites like Cream Coffins (Twinkies) to an enormous selection flavor selection of cupcakes.
Fat Cats Organic Coffee & Desserts
7020 Easy Wind Dr # 140, Austin, TX 78752
Vegan pastries, coffee, & ice cream.
Welcome to this purrfect vegan bakery and coffee shop, a cozy spot to slow down and treat yourself. It’s the best place to pair a flaky croissant or soft kitty sugar cookie with a hot cup of coffee or sweet Horchata. With an ever-rotating selection of sweet and savory baked goods, this is the perfect place for a relaxed morning or afternoon pick-me-up.
Dear Diary Coffee
1212 Chicon St #103, Austin, TX 78702
There is no better place to go when you need a caffeine fix than this woman-owned vegan coffee shop! While they have plenty of caffeinated drinks to get you going, you won’t want to miss their lineup of locally made vegan treats, from plump pop tarts to peanut butter cups.
Vegan Options in the Austin-Bergstrom International Airport
I didn’t think I would find any vegan food, let alone these fantastic options! So, if you forgot your airport snack, no worries — the airport has everything from salad to ice cream to delight vegan travelers. One note: all of these options are in the Barbara Jordan terminal; the South terminal has one taco shop, De Nada, which has a couple of options that can be made vegan.
Mad Greens
This vegan-friendly salad shop offers some salads that can be made vegan or create your own.
Juice Land
Get your smoothie fix here! Juice Land has everything from chocolate smoothies with animal-free whey to berry-filled smoothie bowls to fuel your travel day. Their menu is almost 100% vegan; some items have honey.
Amy’s Ice Cream Creations
You’ll always find at least one vegan ice cream flavor at this popular Austin chain! In addition to ice cream, they also have a small selection of smoothies.
Is Austin Vegan-Friendly?
Heck, yes, Austin is amazingly vegan-friendly! The capital of Texas is home to around 50 vegan and vegetarian restaurants and bakeries — including the city’s iconic vegan cheese shop, Rebel Cheese (you probably didn’t think you’d find that in Texas)!
In addition to the vegan and vegetarian spots, many restaurants also have vegan options. If restaurant jumping wasn’t enough to fill your food cravings, Austin is also the home of the original Whole Foods. You’ll find the massive flagship motherland right in the heart of downtown Austin. Of course, you’ll find all the usual grocery needs, but it’s also home to a vast prepared foods section, a vegan burger joint, a smoothie shop, and a wine bar (yep, you can sip sauvignon blanc and shop).
Vegan-Friendly Hotels in Austin
221 Park Ln, Austin, TX 78704
This eco-friendly B & B is located just outside downtown Austin and steps from all the terrific shops on South Congress. The location is ideal for exploring all that Austin has to offer. Aside from having a fantastic location, the B & B prioritizes taking care of Mother Earth and is a member of the Green Hotels Association.
All the guest cottages are solar-powered, and EV charging stations are available for free. When breakfast rolls around, you’ll be delighted with their house-made vegetarian and vegan specialties, everything from ginger lemon and rosemary pancakes to savory breakfast tacos.
Book Your Stay400 Josephine St, Austin, TX 78704
If you’re looking for a hip and trendy spot, look no further than this spot that was once a Local Union Hall. It’s ideally located near Barton Springs, Zilker Park, and Lady Bird Lake — perfect if you’re interested in Austin’s greenspaces, but it’s also just a 15-minute walk to downtown Austin.
After exploring Austin, you might be interested in a snack! The onsite dining has a creative mix of vegan options, from cashew queso dip to a veggie-packed grain bowl. They also have a fantastic onsite gift shop loaded with locally made, zero-waste, and vegan products. Oh, and I forgot to mention that there’s a shade-covered guest pool!
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